Immigration Attorney

DUMÉ Law Group • Full-time • West New York, NJ, US • 1m ago

Hiring: Bilingual Immigration Attorney (2–4 Years Experience) | $100K–$130K

This is a hands-on role focused on removal defense and complex immigration matters, including asylum, waivers, and federal litigation support. Attorneys are directly involved in drafting, case strategy, and courtroom advocacy.

Dumé Law Group is a fast-growing immigration law firm based in West New York, NJ, with a strong focus on results and client advocacy.

If you’re looking for a serious role with strong growth potential, we’d like to hear from you.

Job Description

Job Title: Immigration Law Attorney
Location: West New York, NJ
Job Type: Full-time
Salary Range: $100,000 – $130,000 (commensurate with 2–4 years of relevant immigration law experience)
Benefits include health insurance and 401(k).

About Us

Dumé Law Group is a fast-growing immigration law firm with a proven track record of delivering strong results for our clients. We are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of the individuals and families we serve.

Based in West New York, NJ, our firm is built on a foundation of advocacy, professionalism, and results. We foster a collaborative, high-performance environment with strong opportunities for growth and advancement.

As we continue to expand, we are seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Immigration Attorney who is detail-oriented, driven, and committed to high-quality representation.

Role Overview

As an Immigration Law Associate, you will represent clients in removal defense and affirmative immigration matters. This is a hands-on role involving direct responsibility for case preparation, legal drafting, and courtroom advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a high-volume caseload focused on removal defense, including asylum, withholding of removal, Convention Against Torture (CAT), cancellation of removal, and waivers
Represent respondents before the Immigration Court (EOIR), including appearances at master calendar and individual (merits) hearings
Prepare cases for merits hearings, including case strategy, evidentiary development, and direct and cross-examinations
Represent clients in custody proceedings, including bond hearings before the Immigration Court
Prepare and file bond motions and other custody-related filings before EOIR and DHS
Draft and file motions, including motions to reopen, reconsider, change venue, and terminate proceedings
Prepare detailed pre-hearing statements, legal briefs, and memoranda in support of applications for relief, including responses to pretermission motions
Conduct legal research on complex immigration issues, including evolving case law and regulatory developments
Prepare and draft substantive filings, including asylum applications (I-589), waivers (I-601A, I-601, I-212), and supporting legal briefs
Handle affirmative and humanitarian applications, including VAWA, U visas, and T visas, with direct involvement in case preparation and documentation
Compile and organize evidentiary submissions, including country conditions reports, expert declarations, and corroborating affidavits
Prepare clients and witnesses for testimony, including direct examination and cross-examination strategy
Appear before DHS/ICE for OSUP/ORR and CART check-ins as needed
Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and complex legal arguments
Coordinate with paralegals to ensure timely and accurate filings with EOIR and USCIS
Monitor court deadlines and maintain compliance with EOIR filing requirements and procedural rules
Assist with appellate matters before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), including drafting notices of appeal and supporting briefs
Assist with federal court matters, including habeas corpus petitions and related filing

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (required)
Fluency in Spanish and English (required)
Strong legal writing, research, and advocacy skills
Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines
Experience in immigration law required, particularly in removal defense, waivers, and asylum
Ability to commute to West New York, NJ (required)
This is an in-person position

Benefits